Praggnanandhaa Talks About Magnus Carlsen’s Rare Show of Frustration
Magnus Carlsen’s recent outburst at the Norway Chess tournament caught everyone’s attention when he slammed his fist on the table after losing to young prodigy Gukesh Dommaraju. The moment quickly went viral, sparking debates about whether such displays of frustration belong in professional chess.
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Teenage Grandmaster R. Praggnanandhaa, who’s been making waves himself, shared his take on the whole situation. When asked if Magnus Carlsen’s reaction was helpful for the game or if chess authorities should crack down on such behavior, Praggnanandhaa was refreshingly honest.
He said, “Honestly, it was just an instinctive reaction. I get it, I’ve done it too—though probably not as hard as Magnus Carlsen, since he’s a strong guy!” He laughed, “But yeah, Gukesh and others have had moments like that as well. When you’re super focused, sometimes emotions just spill out.”
Praggnanandhaa acknowledged that while it might not be ideal, the incident brought some unexpected attention to chess. “Maybe it’s not the best thing to do, but because of that moment, so many people found out about the tournament and the drama of that game. So, in a way, it’s good for the sport.”
His words remind us that even top players are human—feeling frustration and passion just like anyone else when the stakes are high. As Norway Chess rolls on, all eyes remain glued to these incredible battles of skill and emotion.
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